buddhism mr. johnson. buddhism 16.1 began in india based on the teachings of buddha, “awakened...
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BuddhismMr. Johnson
Buddhism 16.1
Began in India
Based on the teachings of Buddha, “Awakened One”
Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama) lived from 563 to 483 B.C.
Not based on rituals or gods. It’s a way of life that teaches how to reach enlightment
Embraced all people regardless of class
Buddhism 16.4 – 16.6
Three forms of suffering encountered by Siddhartha Aging Sickness Death
Ascetic is someone who gives up worldly pleasures such as possessions
Decided to seek “middle way”
Nirvana – an ideal state of peace and happiness
Buddhims 16.7
The Four Noble Truths1. Suffering is present in all things and nothing lasts
forever
2. Suffering is caused by cravings (desires and wants)
3. The way to end suffering is to give up all cravings
4. The way to give up all cravings is to live life according to the Eightfold Path
The Eightfold Path Right understanding, right purpose, right speech,
right action, right way to earn a living, right effort, right mindfulness, right concentration